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Residents urge Worcester council to hold town hall and avoid cooperation with ICE
Summary
Nine residents and community leaders told the council they fear federal immigration enforcement activity in the community and requested a public town hall, that the city decline 287(g) or similar agreements, that jail space not be made available to ICE, and that the council pass a resolution reaffirming community protections.
Nine community members addressed the Worcester City Council on March 2 during the miscellaneous public-comment period to urge city action on federal immigration enforcement activity.
Keefer Dillard opened the topic, describing recent local protests and rising community concern about DHS and ICE presence and asking the city to convene a town hall with the mayor and other officials to explain local policy and response. Several speakers, including students, ministry staff, and long-term residents, urged the council not to enter or renew 287(g)-style…
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